1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Challenger | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
